Saint Ralph of Bourges
Also known as: Raoul; Rodolphe; Radulphe; Rudolphe; Radulfo; Rodolfo
Saint
Pre-Congregation
Feast Day
June 21
Died
June 21, 866
Canonized
Pre-Congregation
Biography
Saint Ralph of Bourges, also known as Raoul, Rodolphe, Radulphe, Rudolphe, Radulfo, or Rodolfo, was born into the French royal family as the son of the count of Cahors and lord of Turenne. He was born in the early 9th century and dedicated his life to serving God and the Church. In 822, Ralph made the courageous decision to renounce his worldly position and embrace the monastic life....